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It is not every day that we wonder if our children are really our children, but part of the complexity of estate law is that words can take on a variety of meanings. For example, the term children do not take on the same definition in succession law as everyday use. Further, the term issue […]

A Will allows you to gift your property to the people or organisations you choose. However, a common assumption is a valid Will cannot be challenged. This is a misconception and a valid Will can still be contested in court. A common way to contest a Will is under Family Provisions legislation. We have mentioned […]

What happens if spouses or family members die at the same time? Our clients often ask this question – what happens if I die at the same time as my spouse or family member? Although it’s not exactly a pleasant thought, the reality is that no-one can predict the future and accidents do happen. That’s why its […]